A popular Hampshire light show has made the final at a prestigious awards ceremony.

Light Up Sir Harold Hillier Gardens At Christmas has made the finals in two categories at the Tourism South East Beautiful South Tourism Awards.

The winners will be announced on Tuesday, December 10, at The Grand Brighton.

The event is a finalist in the 'Tourism Event/Festival of the Year' category, and the 'Unsung Hero' category for Zane Meaby, the head of technical production.

This guarantees the light trail a gold, silver, or bronze award in both categories.

Over the past three years, Light Up Sir Harold Hillier Gardens At Christmas has become a staple in the festive season for many local families.

The gardens are illuminated with millions of LED lights in various festive-themed installations.

Light Up Trails directors Libby Battaglia and Lucinda Croft, said: "This is wonderful news, we’re so grateful to be named as finalists in two categories.

"It takes a whole year to make the vision a reality so these awards are for the hard working team that brings it all together, best especially for Zane who is like a wizard conjuring spells behind the scenes, transforming trials into triumphs and helping make lasting memories for thousands of visitors.

"Last year, more than 72,000 people visited us and we can’t wait to do it all again, but even bigger and better!"

Zane Meaby, also known as 'The Magician' to his colleagues, will be at the event ensuring everything runs smoothly.

His dedication was shown when he restored power to half the event after a generator malfunction just an hour before opening.

Zane said: "I’m honoured to be a finalist in the Unsung Hero Award because it’s a wonderful recognition of the hard work by so many people it takes to put on Light Up Sir Harold Hillier Gardens At Christmas."

Light Up Sir Harold Hillier Gardens At Christmas opens at 4.30pm Thursday, November 28 until Wednesday, January 1. Tickets can be found at www.lightuptrails.com and cost from £12.50 child, £20 adult, £61 family. Free parking with entrance ticket

For more information and to book tickets, visit lightuptrails.com.

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